Public Spaces

It’s time for Philadelphia to invest in solutions that will make our city’s public spaces safer, more equitable, and enjoyable for all, writes Ariel Ben-Amos.

Southwest Philly residents are pushing for more fixes at a rec center plagued by repeated flooding.

The court said the municipalities lacked standing because the injuries claimed — lack of revenue from fracking operations — were “hypothetical.”

A Friends group says the city broke its promise to issue a new request for proposal by the end of August, putting the redevelopment of the Germantown Y in limbo.

The River Alive! Trail in Tacony Creek Park was shaped and built by community members. The bilingual exhibit aims to teach families about nature.

Commissioners heard plans for a driving range and education center for a third time. One called the development team’s preparation “troubling.”

The park is a safe haven for the neighborhood and a rallying point that hasn’t had a major redo in over a half century.

Queen Elizabeth II’s flag-draped coffin has slowly processed through the Scottish countryside on a journey from Balmoral Castle to the Scottish capital of Edinburgh.

Cramer Hill Waterfront Park was once the place people from across the region came to dump trash. Now it’s a beautiful park with watersports and fishing.

The Rebuild initiative aims to make up for years of disinvestment. Amid the gun violence crisis, some residents say upgrades are not happening fast enough.

Kathryn Ott Lovell spoke with WHYY about park safety concerns at this month’s ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly remodeled 33rd and Wallace Playground.

A new garden opens in memory of victims of opioid overdose. Plus, Michael Nutter on what Philadelphians should expect from the city's next mayor. And, Eagles season kicks off.

WallyGator has become a TikTok sensation and is surely not your typical alligator. He is an emotional support alligator from a local reptile rescue.

The project follows a contentious fight over slimming down Washington Avenue to make it safer for pedestrians. It’s expected to wrap up by the end of 2022, weather permitting.

Site clearing is the latest concern community groups have with the FDR park renovations. Those leading the project say it’s necessary to fix flooding.